Pleasantville Middle School

Q: Is Pleasantville Middle School a good school?

Pleasantville Middle School ranks 168 th of 337 Iowa middle schools. SchoolDigger rates this school 3 stars out of 5.

Summary:

Pleasantville Middle School is a public middle school serving 114 students in grades 7-8 in Pleasantville, Iowa, which is part of the Pleasantville Community School District. The school consistently outperforms the state average in standardized test scores for English Language Arts, Mathematics, and Science, and has maintained a strong ranking among Iowa middle schools over the past decade.

Pleasantville Middle School has a lower percentage of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch (30.7%) compared to nearby schools like McCombs Middle School (83.64%) and Knoxville Middle School (49.73%), suggesting a more affluent student population. The school also has a relatively low student-teacher ratio of 16.6, which is lower than the ratios of some nearby schools, indicating adequate staffing and resources to support student learning.

While Pleasantville Middle School's academic performance is consistently strong, its ranking has fluctuated over the years, ranging from 63 to 195 out of Iowa middle schools. This suggests that factors beyond just test scores, such as changes in the student population or school policies, may influence the school's overall performance and ranking. Overall, Pleasantville Middle School appears to be a well-performing middle school, with a stable student population and the resources to support student achievement.

Detail:

Public 7-8

415 Jones St
Pleasantville, IA 50225

(515) 848-0528

District: Pleasantville Community School District

SchoolDigger Rank:
168^th of 337 Iowa Middle Schools

Per Pupil Expenditures: $6,497

Students who attend Pleasantville Middle School usually attend:

High:

Pleasantville High School

Feeder schools for Pleasantville Middle School:

Elementary:

Pleasantville Elementary

Student/teacher ratio: 16.6

Number of students: 114

Racial breakdown:

White:

91.2%

Hispanic:

4.4%

Two or more races:

2.6%

Free/discounted lunch recipients: 30.7%

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Performance Trends

Compare Details Pleasantville Middle School ranks better than 50.1% of middle schools in Iowa. (See more...)

Compare Details In 2024 the calculated Average Standard Score was 55.8. (See more...)

Student Body

Compare Details Racial makeup is: White (91.2%), Hispanic (4.4%), two or more races (2.6%). (See more...)

Compare Details 30.7% of students are receiving a free or discounted lunch. (See more...)

Teachers

Compare Details The student/teacher ratio at Pleasantville Middle School is 16.6. (See more...)

Compare Pleasantville Middle School employs 6.8 full-time teachers.

Finance

Compare Details The average total spent per student at Pleasantville Middle School is $6,497.

Schooldigger Rankings:

Pleasantville Middle School was not ranked this year due to insufficient test score data.

SchoolDigger ranks Pleasantville Middle School 168^th of 337 Iowa public middle schools. (See Pleasantville Middle School in the ranking list.)

Pleasantville Community School District:

SchoolDigger ranks Pleasantville Community School District 195^th of 309 Iowa school districts. (See district ranking list.)

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Rank History for Pleasantville Middle School

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Year	Avg Standard Score	Statewide Rank	Total # Ranked Middle Schools	IA State Percentile
2012	75.56	52^nd	349	85.1%
2013	63.89	112^th	350	68.0%
2014	48.27	195^th	337	42.1%
2015	60.47	142^nd	349	59.3%
2016	55.19	165^th	343	51.9%
2017	72.81	63^rd	327	80.7%
2018	67.09	97^th	318	69.5%
2019	67.35	96^th	342	71.9%
2021	57.34	148^th	324	54.3%
2022	70.19	85^th	337	74.8%
2023	63.02	122^nd	334	63.5%
2024	55.80	168^th	337	50.1%

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Data source: test scores: Iowa Department of Education, rankings: SchoolDigger.com

Data source: Iowa Department of Education

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Enrollment information for Pleasantville Middle School

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Year	White	African American	Asian	Hispanic	American Indian	Pacific Islander	Two or More Races	Total
2006	151	1	1	4	1	n/a	n/a	158
2007	152	1	1	5	0	n/a	n/a	159
2008	140	0	0	2	0	n/a	n/a	142
2009	132	2	0	0	1	n/a	n/a	135
2010	133	2	0	3	0	0	0	138
2011	122	2	1	4	0	0	0	129
2012	156	1	1	3	1	0	0	162
2013	156	1	0	2	1	0	0	160
2014	178	1	0	3	2	0	0	184
2015	156	2	0	7	1	0	0	166
2016	154	1	0	7	0	0	1	163
2017	156	2	1	4	0	0	0	163
2018	157	1	1	3	0	0	1	163
2019	105	1	1	3	0	0	1	111
2020	107	2	1	4	0	0	0	114
2021	98	3	2	3	0	0	0	106
2022	102	3	1	7	0	0	2	115
2023	104	2	0	5	0	0	3	114

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Enrollment/Ethnicity

For more information about how the Department of Education defines ethnicity, see Defining Race and Ethnicity Data, National Center for Education Statistics

Students eligible for free or discounted lunch at Pleasantville Middle School

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Year	# Students	Full-time Teachers	Student/Teacher ratio	% Free/Discounted Lunch
2006	158	10.0	15.8	25.9
2007	159	9.1	17.5	32.1
2008	142	8.3	17.1	37.3
2009	135	10.5	12.9	34.8
2010	138	10.8	12.7	38.4
2011	129	6.0	21.5	38.8
2012	162	6.0	27.0	37
2013	160	8.1	19.7	36.9
2014	184	8.0	23.0	36.4
2015	166	8.0	20.7	32.5
2016	163	8.0	20.3	31.9
2017	163	8.5	19.1	36.2
2018	163	7.8	20.7	25.2
2019	111	7.8	14.1	25.2
2020	114	6.8	16.7	28.1
2021	106	4.9	21.6	48.1
2022	115	5.9	19.4	39.1
2023	114	6.8	16.6	30.7

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Students eligible for discounted/free lunch:

The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides low-cost or free meals to students in U.S. public and nonprofit private schools based on household income. Those with incomes below 130% of the poverty line receive free lunch, while those between 130% and 185% qualify for reduced-price lunch. The percentage of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch serves as a marker for poverty, as it reflects the socioeconomic status of families in a given school or district. A higher FRPL rate typically indicates a higher concentration of low-income families, suggesting that the school or district may face additional challenges in providing adequate resources and support for student success.

Student/Teacher Ratio Pleasantville Middle School

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Year	# Students	Full-time Teachers	Student/Teacher ratio	% Free/Discounted Lunch
2006	158	10.0	15.8	25.9
2007	159	9.1	17.5	32.1
2008	142	8.3	17.1	37.3
2009	135	10.5	12.9	34.8
2010	138	10.8	12.7	38.4
2011	129	6.0	21.5	38.8
2012	162	6.0	27.0	37
2013	160	8.1	19.7	36.9
2014	184	8.0	23.0	36.4
2015	166	8.0	20.7	32.5
2016	163	8.0	20.3	31.9
2017	163	8.5	19.1	36.2
2018	163	7.8	20.7	25.2
2019	111	7.8	14.1	25.2
2020	114	6.8	16.7	28.1
2021	106	4.9	21.6	48.1
2022	115	5.9	19.4	39.1
2023	114	6.8	16.6	30.7

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Student-Teacher Ratio

Student/teacher ratio is calculated by dividing the total number of students by the total number of full-time equivalent teachers. Please note that a smaller student/teacher ratio does not necessarily translate to smaller class size. In some instances, schools hire teachers part time, and some teachers are hired for specialized instruction with very small class sizes. These and other factors contribute to the student/teacher ratio. Note: For private schools, Student/teacher ratio may not include Pre-Kindergarten.

Finances

Per Pupil Expenditures for Pleasantville Middle School

Year	Expenditures from Federal Funds	Expenditures from State and Local Funds	Total Expenditures Per Pupil (All Funds)
2019	$87 (1.3%)	$6,410 (98.7%)	$6,497

Data source: Iowa Department of Education

Pre and Post Pandemic Data

Impact of COVID-19 on Pleasantville Middle School

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Rankings

Rank Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)	Rank Post pandemic (2022-2023)	Change (%)
Ranks 96^th of 342 Middle schools	Ranks 122^nd of 334 Middle schools	8.5%

Test Scores

	% proficient Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)	% proficient Post pandemic (2022-2023)	Change (%)
7th Grade English Language Arts (Pleasantville Middle School)	88.1	83.1	5%
7th Grade English Language Arts (Pleasantville Community School District)	88.1	83.1	5%
7th Grade English Language Arts (Iowa)	69.9	74.2	4.3%
7th Grade Mathematics (Pleasantville Middle School)	84.7	71.2	13.5%
7th Grade Mathematics (Pleasantville Community School District)	84.7	71.2	13.5%
7th Grade Mathematics (Iowa)	70.1	68.9	1.2%
8th Grade English Language Arts (Pleasantville Middle School)	75.5	67.9	7.6%
8th Grade English Language Arts (Pleasantville Community School District)	75.5	67.9	7.6%
8th Grade English Language Arts (Iowa)	69.5	76	6.5%
8th Grade Mathematics (Pleasantville Middle School)	58	81.1	23.1%
8th Grade Mathematics (Pleasantville Community School District)	58	81.1	23.1%
8th Grade Mathematics (Iowa)	71.8	72	0.2%

Student Body

	Number of students Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)	Number of students Post pandemic (2022-2023)	Change (%)
Total Students	111	114	2.7%
African American	1	2	100%
American Indian	0	0
Asian	1	0	100%
Hispanic	3	5	66.7%
Pacific Islander	0	0
White	105	104	1%
Two or More Races	1	3	200%
% Free/Discounted Lunch Recipients	25.2%	30.7%	5.5%

Schools Near Pleasantville Middle School

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School													Students/Teachers											Ranking (2024)				Ranking (2023)				ISASP English Language Arts (2024)					ISASP Mathematics (2024)					ISASP Science (2024)		Per Pupil Expenditures (2019)
Name	Type	Grades	Address	City	Zip	County	District	Is Charter	Is Magnet	Is Virtual	Is Title I	Phone	Enrollment	Full-time Teachers	Student/ Teacher Ratio	Free/Discounted Lunch Recipients	White	Black	Hispanic	Asian	American Indian	Pacific Islander	Two or More Races	Average Standard Score (2024)	Statewide Rank (2024)	State Percentile (2024)	SchoolDigger Rating (2024)	Average Standard Score (2023)	Statewide Rank (2023)	State Percentile (2023)	Rank Change from Previous Year	ISASP English Language Arts 4th Grade	ISASP English Language Arts 5th Grade	ISASP English Language Arts 6th Grade	ISASP English Language Arts 7th Grade	ISASP English Language Arts 8th Grade	ISASP Mathematics 4th Grade	ISASP Mathematics 5th Grade	ISASP Mathematics 6th Grade	ISASP Mathematics 7th Grade	ISASP Mathematics 8th Grade	ISASP Science 5th Grade	ISASP Science 8th Grade	Per Pupil Expenditures Total	Sub-total from Federal Funds	Sub-total from State/Local Funds
Pleasantville Middle School	Public	7-8	415 Jones St	Pleasantville	50225	Marion County	Pleasantville Community School District	No	(n/a)	No	No	(515) 848-0528	114	7	16.6	30.7%	104 (91.2%)	2 (1.8%)	5 (4.4%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	3 (2.6%)	55.8	168^th of 337 public middle schools	50.1%		63	122^nd of 334 public middle schools	63.5%	46				81.3	81.4				70.3	81.4		62.7	$6,497	$87	$6,410
Knoxville Middle School	Public	6-8	413 Willetts Dr	Knoxville	50138	Marion County	Knoxville Community School District	No	(n/a)	No	No	(641) 842-3315	368	27	13.7	49.7%	332 (90.2%)	1 (0.3%)	20 (5.4%)	1 (0.3%)	1 (0.3%)	0 (0.0%)	13 (3.5%)	27.5	277^th of 337 public middle schools	17.8%		43.6	216^th of 334 public middle schools	35.3%	61			67.7	71.3	73.6			59.4	60.2	69.1		55.0	$13,836	$263	$13,573
Carlisle Middle School	Public	6-8	325 Scotchridge Rd	Carlisle	50047	Warren County	Carlisle Community School District	No	(n/a)	No	No	(515) 989-0833	543	36	15.2	30.6%	441 (81.2%)	8 (1.5%)	52 (9.6%)	19 (3.5%)	1 (0.2%)	0 (0.0%)	22 (4.1%)	35.5	252^nd of 337 public middle schools	25.2%		49.4	196^th of 334 public middle schools	41.3%	56			65.9	61.8	75.9			68.9	65.9	76.1		61.7	$10,769	$174	$10,595
Indianola Middle School	Public	6-8	403 S 15th St	Indianola	50125	Warren County	Indianola Community School District	No	(n/a)	No	No	(515) 961-9530	849	56	15.1	31.8%	768 (90.5%)	8 (0.9%)	29 (3.4%)	6 (0.7%)	1 (0.1%)	0 (0.0%)	37 (4.4%)	61	140^th of 337 public middle schools	58.5%		58.7	157^th of 334 public middle schools	53.0%	17			77.8	81.6	82.7			73.9	76.3	83.4		66.0	$12,173	$196	$11,977
PCM Middle School	Public	6-8	407 Plainsmen Rd	Prairie City	50228	Jasper County	PCM Community School District	No	(n/a)	No	No	(515) 994-8222	247	20	12.3	28.7%	225 (91.1%)	0 (0.0%)	13 (5.3%)	1 (0.4%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	8 (3.2%)	62.1	139^th of 337 public middle schools	58.8%		56.1	171^st of 334 public middle schools	48.8%	32			91.5	82.7	88.5			74.6	64.0	73.6		71.3	$13,929	$269	$13,660
Southeast Warren Intermediate	Public	4-6	519 N Washington Ave	Lacona	50139	Warren County	Southeast Warren Community School District	No	(n/a)	No	No	(641) 534-4701	92	8	11.3	37.0%	85 (92.4%)	0 (0.0%)	6 (6.5%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	1 (1.1%)								(n/a)	79.4	81.3	100.0			73.5	71.9	96.4			65.6		$11,394	$342	$11,052
Southeast Polk Junior High	Public	7-8	8325 NE University Ave.	Pleasant Hill	50327	Polk County	Southeast Polk Community School District	No	(n/a)	No	No	(515) 967-5509	1,088	66	16.4	36.8%	794 (73.0%)	102 (9.4%)	104 (9.6%)	25 (2.3%)	1 (0.1%)	1 (0.1%)	61 (5.6%)	49.2	202^nd of 337 public middle schools	40.1%		59.3	150^th of 334 public middle schools	55.1%	52				79.7	77.2				76.3	71.2		61.7	$13,053	$388	$12,665
Spring Creek - 6th Grade	Public	6	8031 NE University Ave.	Pleasant Hill	50327	Polk County	Southeast Polk Community School District	No	(n/a)	No	No	(515) 967-5533	535	34	15.7	38.3%	399 (74.6%)	32 (6.0%)	45 (8.4%)	16 (3.0%)	1 (0.2%)	3 (0.6%)	39 (7.3%)								(n/a)			80.2					77.2					$13,720	$335	$13,385
Jefferson Intermediate	Public	4-6	801 E 13th St	Pella	50219	Marion County	Pella Community School District	No	(n/a)	No	No	(641) 628-8267	526	34	15.6	18.8%	469 (89.2%)	7 (1.3%)	19 (3.6%)	10 (1.9%)	0 (0.0%)	3 (0.6%)	18 (3.4%)								(n/a)	80.9	79.1	86.7			74.7	82.3	87.9			72.8		$9,617	$417	$9,200
Pella Middle School	Public	7-8	613 E 13th	Pella	50219	Marion County	Pella Community School District	No	(n/a)	No	No	(641) 628-4784	382	25	15.3	20.7%	336 (88.0%)	4 (1.0%)	18 (4.7%)	8 (2.1%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	16 (4.2%)	85.9	19^th of 337 public middle schools	94.4%		85.6	13^th of 334 public middle schools	96.1%	6				90.6	87.8				85.6	90.6		86.1	$12,183	$122	$12,060

Frequently Asked Questions about Pleasantville Middle School

How many students attend Pleasantville Middle School?

In the 2022-23 school year, 114 students attended Pleasantville Middle School.

Is Pleasantville Middle School a good school?

Pleasantville Middle School ranks 168^th of 337 Iowa middle schools. SchoolDigger rates this school 3 stars out of 5.

What high school do graduates of Pleasantville Middle School attend?

Students who attend Pleasantville Middle School usually go on to attend Pleasantville High School

What district is Pleasantville Middle School in?

Pleasantville Community School District

What is the racial makeup of Pleasantville Middle School?

Students at Pleasantville Middle School are 91% White, 4% Hispanic, 3% Two or more races, 2% African American.

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